Ralph E Schwendeman

Ralph E. Schwendeman, 93, of Middlefield, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday February 27, 2025. He was born on July 15, 1931, in Middlefield, Ohio, to the late Charles F. and Eleanor (Tullius) Schwendeman.

Ralph was a proud graduate of Middlefield High School and continued his education at Fenn College (now Cleveland State University). In August 1950, he married the love of his life, Doris, and together they built a beautiful life filled with love, family, and faith.

He dedicated his career to Geauga Industries, where he worked as a factory and purchasing manager until his retirement in 1991. Ralph was deeply involved in his community, serving as a school board member for 13 years and as a member of the Parkman 55+ Club. He was one of the founding families of St. Lucy Church, where his faith remained a cornerstone of his life.

Ralph had a passion for the outdoors and enjoyed gardening, hunting small game, traveling, and camping. However, his greatest joy came from spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Doris; his children, Rusty (Rhonda) Schwendeman, Steve (Kim) Schwendeman, and Sharon (Benjie) Pilarczyk; his 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild and another one on the way. He is also survived by his brother Paul Schwendeman, and his sisters, Gertrude Hall and Eleanor Fricker.

Ralph was preceded in death by his parents; his daughters, Terry Parnaby and Janice Schwendeman; his sons-in-law, Dana Parnaby and Steve Jonath; and his brothers, Charles, Francis and his wife Mary and Roy Schwendeman.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at Sly Family Funeral Home 15670 West High Street, Middlefield for calling hours on Monday, March 3, 2025. From 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 PM. A funeral mass will be held at St. Lucy Church on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, 16280 East High Street Middlefield, Ohio at 11:00 AM with burial to follow at Overlook Cemetery in Parkman, Ohio

Ralph’s legacy of love, kindness, and dedication to his family and faith will be cherished forever.

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